7 Tips to Beat the Weight Loss Plateau While on Nutrisystem #NSNation #ad

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I was on a weight loss roll and then it stopped.

The scale didn't budge at all.

I weighed myself over and over and still... no change from last week.

Are you freaking kidding me?

Have you experienced this?

It can be pretty disheartening seeing the same numbers when you really have been sticking to the plan but it's okay. This happens. No need to panic. You've got this.

Here are 7 tips to help you beat the weight loss plateau.

1. Drink more water

Water helps flush your system of those and keep off those unwanted pounds. Are you drinking enough water?

2. Start a food journal or use the NUMI app

What are you really eating? Are you logging in everything you eat?

3. Get some rest

Life is busy and sometimes we don't get as much as rest as we should. Our bodies do a lot of work while we sleep and maybe, just maybe, your body is in need of some much needed rest.

4. Try on some old clothes

I was feeling really bummed about the scale not moving and then a friend suggested I try on some old clothes. It felt good not being able to fit those clothes anymore. A reminder of where I was just a few months ago was just what I needed.

5. Exercise more

This probably sounds obvious but truth is the weather was scorching hot and I didn't walk as much or as long as I had the week before.

6. Discuss with your Nutrisystem counselor

Your Nutrisystem Weight Loss Counselors are just a phone, click or email away. They are there to help provide the support you need and help you in your journey to a healthier you.

7. Change your meal routine

Break up the monotony of your daily meal routine. Consider having breakfast for dinner or dinner for lunch. Try a new food.

I know it can be discouraging when the scale reads the same exact number as it did the week before but it's okay. Stay encouraged.

That being said, here we are 28 weeks later and I've lost 31 lbs. My weight loss has plateaued at 31 lbs. for nearly 2 weeks now but it's okay, I'm still 31 lbs. lighter than I was just a few months ago. *pats self on back*

Do you have any tips to help beat the weight loss plateau?

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Comments

Alli Smith said…

Congrats on your weight loss! I hate it when weight loss stalls and you're doing everything you know to do. These are all wonderful tips.

August 15, 2017 at 5:43 AM

candy said…

Weight loss has always been a struggle. Time to renew and recharge and all your ideas are wonderful to get anyone motivated or jump started if they have reach the plateau stage.

August 15, 2017 at 7:30 AM

Unknown said…

Great job on all your weight loss! Plateaus suck but you will get through and move passed it! Keep up the great work!

August 15, 2017 at 7:34 AM

SmartShopperGuide said…

I found that the best thing for me to beat a plateau is to change up my meals and to even have a cheat meal or two to kick things back into gear.

August 15, 2017 at 10:15 AM

Jen Temcio said…

Congrats on your weight loss...it can be so challenging but you have been very successful! I plateau at a certain weight and will keep these tips in mind!

August 15, 2017 at 12:31 PM

Tomi C said…

Thanks so much for the motivation! Vanessa, love your cheat meal idea, hey it actually helps refocus and get back on track.

August 15, 2017 at 2:24 PM

Christy Maurer said…

You're doing a great job! Plateaus are always frustrating because you have seen progress then it stops. I love the tips you gave. Great ideas!

August 15, 2017 at 2:32 PM

Sarah Bailey said…

These are some great sounding tips it can get so hard when you hit that plateau to know what to do for the best. Congratulations on your weightloss.

August 15, 2017 at 2:49 PM

Anonymous said…

Dealing with a weight loss plateau is so frustrating. I love that these are easy tips to overcome that. Changing one's workout is a surefire way to overcome a plateau.

August 15, 2017 at 6:09 PM

Pam said…

I think keeping a food journal is so important. I didn't realize the little things I was eating that could add up to calories!

August 15, 2017 at 6:17 PM

Agnes said…

Congratulations on your weight loss! Totally agree that overcoming the plateau is a challenge but very possible.

August 15, 2017 at 9:22 PM

Franc said…

Exercise and diet can really help in your weight loss goal. Right intake of water and sleep can also keep our system better in burning excess calories.

August 15, 2017 at 9:28 PM

I am at a plateau now but I am also happy with where I am at. I do need to amp up my exercise though and I think that would help.

August 15, 2017 at 9:30 PM

Debra Hawkins said…

I hate hate the weight loss plateau! Nothing is worse than working hard but not losing! I keep a food journal and it helps!

August 15, 2017 at 9:41 PM

These are all great tips! Congrats on your weight loss and keep up the great work!

August 16, 2017 at 6:49 AM

These are good tips! A weight loss plateau can be so frustrating. Congrats on your progress!

August 16, 2017 at 9:30 AM

Our Family World said…

A weight loss plateau is a common occurrence in any weight loss program. The best way to overcome it is to exercise more. Get those muscles moving to burn more calories. Pretty soon, you will overcome that plateau and start losing weight again. Congratulations on your achievement. A 31 pound loss is good!

August 16, 2017 at 4:21 PM

Louisa said…

I think these are all amazing tips. While I'm not on a weight loss journey, I know it is important to stay healthy and maintain my weight so I try to stay hydrated and I strive to work out every other day.

August 17, 2017 at 2:46 PM

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